Manager, Third Party Risk – Vendor Management

Santander

. Develop, enhance, and maintain ongoing relationships with third parties .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Vendor Management within the Financial Services Industry, with a strong focus on team leadership, statistical analysis, and effective communication. Proven ability to manage partnerships, oversee workflows, and deliver accurate reporting while adapting to dynamic environments.

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Vendor ManagementFinancial Services Industry ExperienceTeam LeadershipStatistical AnalysisPresentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisVendor ManagementResource AllocationWorkflow ManagementReport Preparation

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentCommunication SkillsDecision-MakingJudgmentAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesPartnership AgreementsSLA MonitoringExecutive Management InteractionTraining and Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, enhance, and maintain ongoing relationships with third parties
Oversee planning, scheduling, and communications for partner meetings, audits, information, and change requests
Oversee day-to-day workflow and resource allocation of the Vendor Management team
Provide input into the department’s vision and direction
Maintain cohesion, training, and development of the Vendor Management program
Ensure information is gathered and delivered accurately and timely
Ensure audits and meetings are organized and facilitated according to partnership agreements
Prepare regular status reports and present reports to partners
Develop and manage Vendor Management direct reports in line with corporate objectives
Maintain working knowledge of available tools and coach and train associates
Serve as a point of contact for Business Partners
Monitor and report partnership SLAs
Coordinate with customers and vendors as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of Financial Services Industry experience (required)
5+ years of management/leadership experience (required)
Ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team
Demonstrated application of statistical analysis and problem solving
Ability to interact with Executive Management and department leadership
Excellent presentation skills and experience presenting to senior leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence across the organization
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to work under continual deadlines and pressure
Ability to work with people from different disciplines and varying degrees of technical experience
Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business and technical environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Legally authorized to work full-time in the United States without employer sponsorship
Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fair and competitive rewards package
Benefits designed to support employees, their families, and well-being
Inclusive and accessible application process
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities